This was the perfect house for our group of eight friends to reconnect and use as a base to explore the wineries and other sites in the surrounding area. The property owners are helpful and friendly. The property is perfect for large groups. The kitchen is well-appointed and had everything we needed. We would definitely come back again.

Private, beautiful and secluded...this home was a perfect vacation spot for our friends. Large bedrooms, a well appointed kitchen with an amazing stove and a completely comfortable environment, we can’t wait to come back again!

My wife and I recently hosted our two daughters, their husbands, and our 4 grandchildren at this gorgeous Sebastopol-area chateau for a week, and everyone had an absolutely lovely time. The young people made themselves and their families at home in the 4 spacious bedrooms on the second floor of the main house, while my wife and I took the separate guest cottage (well out of earshot of crying babies). During waking hours, the family spent time together in the comfortable living room, at poolside (the pool features a motorized retractable cover, an important safety feature if your group includes small children), and at the large outdoor dining table, where we usually ate dinner. The 7-acre property is stunning, with a fruit orchard and a bountiful garden of herbs, berries, and other edibles. There is a vineyard next door, which makes a pretty sight and reminds you that you are indeed in wine country. The house is on a quiet road, with very little traffic, but it is less than 15 minutes to Sebastopol, grocery stores, restaurants, etc. It is very convenient for biking, and I enjoyed a couple of nice rides while we were there. The kitchen is well-equipped, and everything worked. Bottom line: great property for a family getaway, and everyone in our tribe loved it. We definitely would go back.

Recently returned from 4 nights here. House was fantastic! Kitchen was perfect, great dining room, SUPERB outside area!! We tried to stay out as long as we could, but the evening winds were blowing cold. This would be a great place to stay in the summer when the pool is in functional and the weather suits. We had a group of 8 and everyone enjoyed it! Drove out everyday to wineries and never too far to hit the ones we wanted; even drove to the coast one day! Graton was closest town and it has a couple to restaurants and tasting rooms. If you stay, you have to go to Underwood for dinner. We went twice.. Great property value.

We loved everything about renting the Charming Country House. The setting is incredible. The house and property are wonderful. You will need nothing as the house is very well equipped for just about anything you can need or imagine. The owner is great to deal with did everything possible to make our stay memorable. There were 8 of us and everyone felt the same and want to rent it again!

Having just returned from our CA stay, we are anxious to return when the pool is open & roses are in full bloom. Our family gathering of 6 adults & 2 children was entirely enjoyable, in large part because Katie is so communicative. Her home is lovely. A work of art ~ think Frank Lloyd Wright. The children were happy with the comfortable surroundings, playroom, comfy beds & our daily nature walks. Adults appreciated the stunning views, as well as the meticulously kept, extremely well appointed & equipped home. Katie’s timely notes & attention to detail contributed in important ways to our family’s enjoyment. We’re grateful for our time in Green Valley Haven. It is conveniently located; features beautiful & comfortable amenities & is spacious, yet warm. The photos are representative yet cannot fully capture the beauty of the interior & gorgeous setting of this unique home & its surroundings. Highest recommendation! 5+ stars.

We have stayed at a number of properties over the years and this one took care of the little things that make a vacation home perfect: nice mattresses, beautiful decor, a well-maintained home, fully stocked kitchen, and an unbeatable setting.

Our family stayed at Katie's house for a birthday weekend. We filled the house and the guest house, the youngest is 10 and the oldest 75 and everyone loved it. For us it was perfect. The house is very clean and has everything we needed, the kitchen, dining room, and living room are large and comfortable for hanging around together, the rooms were very nice, and the grounds were beautiful to walk around. We even spent a morning playing basketball. It's a great place for friends or family to be based for a wine tasting week, or a special occasion.

We stayed at this property for ten days for a small family reunion. The house itself is beautifully appointed, and contains anything and everything you could ever want. As an avid cook, the kitchen, in particular was a total dream. The surrounding property is also absolutely stunning. We picked from the vegetable garden and fruit trees daily, played on the sports' court and swam in the beautiful pool. It really had something for everyone in our group, from the age of 6 to 75! Finally, the property owners could not be lovelier or easier to communicate with. They answered any questions we had within hours, and had fabulous suggestions for things to do in the area. Truly one of the best holidays we have ever had as a family.

My girlfriends and I, all grandmas, recently escaped to this little bit of heaven for our annual "retreat." The large, old house is charming and evokes a sense of history. The spacious living and dining rooms allow for both comfort and formality. The kitchen is a chef's dream, and the organic fruits and vegetables that grow abundantly on the property are an added bonus. Mornings were spent walking past lush orchards and vineyards, while afternoons were spent lounging by the pool and enjoying the beautiful and very private grounds. Napping in the hammock that hangs in the shade of a tree guarantees complete relaxation, while the sports court guarantees fun. Finally, evenings were spent barbecuing, dining, and engaging in lively conversation as we sat together under a sky full of twinkling stars and The Man In The Moon!

A group of 10 of us rented Katie's place for a long weekend to celebrate my husband's 30th birthday. The property was absolutely perfect for us. We had plenty of room for everyone and we took advantage of the many amenities like: ping pong in the barn, basketball on the sports court, board games, the beautiful views, and the gorgeous and well-equipped kitchen. It is very apparent that the owners truly treasure this place. The location is very private and quiet while still being close to Graton and Sebastopol where we went wine tasting one day. Katie was great to work with and super responsive to any messages or requests. She checked in to make sure we all arrived safe and that everything was in order and even had someone come over to light a pilot light that was out in the guest house. It's one of the most beautiful vacation rentals I have ever stayed at and I can't wait to be back!

Can't recommend this highly enough for a group. The house and grounds are beautiful and very comfortable. Lots of places for people to hang out together or get some private time. Our daughter was celebrating her 40th birthday nearby and I was responsible for a chunk of the brunch the next morning. The kitchen is very well equipped. And the owner was exceptionally responsive and accommodating.

We rented this home for my father's 80th birthday celebration. It was perfect. The main home is beautifully appointed - with much of the original detail preserved - and has plenty of room for a large group. There are several comfortable spaces for both gathering and getting away, as well as a nicely stocked and recently updated kitchen. The guest house also is very nicely done, with a well designed bedroom and living area. The setting of the home is gorgeous. The view from the spacious deck area, especially at sunset, is beautiful. Though we did not take advantage of the gardens or the pool given the time of our stay (mid-March), we hope to do so during a summer visit. We loved using the sport court for basketball with our boys, and the ping-pong table in the barn was put to good use as well. The location of the home is ideal. Great wineries, redwood hiking, quaint towns and the the ocean are all in close proximity. Our routine was to sleep in, have a late breakfast, explore the area for a few hours, and return to have cocktails on the deck at sunset. Though we ate in most nights, there are many great restaurants in nearby Sebastopol, Graton and other towns. It really was perfect. My father had a wonderful time. The owner of the home is extremely responsive and professional. She alerted us to road closures in the area due to flooding, gave us alternate routes, and was genuinely concerned with ensuring our stay was satisfactory. This is easily the best rental we have found through VRBO. We highly recommend.

My family (10 of us) stayed here over the holiday week. The property was amazing. It is located in a very quiet area and has a lot of nice amenities. The location was perfect as we were able to visit Healdsburg, Calistoga, downtown Sebastopol, Sonoma and other parts of Napa with a quick drive from the house. The owner was also very responsive with us, which we really appreciated. I highly recommend this house for a family reunion.

This house was an amazing home from home with so much to do for the kids, we hardly saw them! The house was very well equipped and even had a secret shoot for your laundry! For the kids there was the pool, basketball, tennis and pingpong. My 80 year old mother stayed in the annex house, which provided a peaceful recluse. We also enjoyed the beautiful strawberries straight from the garden. The location is amazing: a short walk and you are surrounded by vineyards with some great restaurants a short car ride away. Our party consisted of my mother, 4 adults and 4 children (aged between 8-13). The owner, Katie, was very responsive and made sure that our stay went smoothly. In summary, a wonderful retreat for all ages.

For the second year we so enjoyed this house and property. Each bedroom provides comfort and privacy, and the public spaces allow for varied activities -- games, talk, cooking and dining. We had fruits and vegetables from the gardens and lovely walks on the country road. Everyone marvels at the pool and deck space. The owners are careful to provide everything necessary and respond quickly to any unforeseen needs. Anyone who visits us there wonders how we even found something so perfect for our getaway.